Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Dutch striker Wout Weghorst on loan from Burnley until the remainder of the season.
The Dutch striker has been on loan at Besiktas this season, scoring nine goals and assisting four times in 18 appearances.
Consequently, Besiktas have announced the termination of contract for Weghorst as they will receive €2.825,000 from Manchester United.
He has made 414 club appearances in the Netherlands, Germany, England and Turkey, scoring 172 goals. He has 19 full international caps for the Dutch national team, scoring five goals, including two at the 2022 Qatar World Cup.
Upon inking his deal with the Red Devils, Weghorst said: “I feel privileged to be joining Manchester United. I’ve played against the club in the past and it’s a fantastic feeling to now have the chance to pull on the famous red shirt. I’ve seen United’s progress under Erik ten Hag this season and can’t wait to start playing my part in pushing the team towards its aims”.
“Whatever happens in the next few months, I can promise to give everything to the club for as long as I am here”’ he added.
Man United football director John Murtough, said: ”Wout has a consistent goalscoring record across several European leagues, and his attributes will add a further dimension to our squad for the remainder of the season.
Manchester United were compelled to go into the January market for an out-and-out striker after the controversial departure of Cristiano Ronaldo.